It’s easy to get caught up covering water quickly while constantly searching for the next fish. As I continue to get older, I’ve noticed that my approach while…
Author: Kyle Winey
BWO's and Big Fish...
Big fish and blue winged olives has been the theme as you can see in the picture above that I took last week. The warmer weather, active feeding fish…
Where to Fish on Brighter, Sunny Days
A recent trip brought to mind the importance of targeting the right holding spots on brighter, sunny days. Trout prefer cloudy, overcast days much more than bright sunlight. However, that does…
Nymphing: Fishing Low & Slow
My motto for fishing during the early spring months is to primarily fish nymphs low and slow. During this time of year, it’s very important to have your flies exactly where…
Dressing for Winter Fishing Weather
Even on some of the colder days of winter, it is still possible to fish comfortably. As long as the weather is within reason, I find some days through the…
Storing Wet Gear in Colder Weather
As nighttime air temperatures start to consistently dip below freezing, there are several things anglers can do to make their lives easier. Be sure to bring your waders and/or boots…
Trout Reproduction
In my blog post last week “Featured Fly- Eggs Explained”, I mentioned that egg patterns are a staple in my fly box through the fall due to trout reproduction. The…
Featured Fly- Eggs Explained
During this time of year, it’s hard to pick a better fly than an egg to consistently put fish in the net day in and day out. Our recent trips…
Stretching Fly Line to Eliminate Memory
If your fly line has gone a couple months without seeing time on the water, it can develop memory from sitting stagnant while being wound to the reel. The obvious…
Leaving "Bad Casts" Lay on the Water
You step into your favorite section of your favorite stream to find a nice fish feeding on the surface. You tie on a fly that you believe will successfully fool…